Kirshbaum Associates Announce 2017-2018 Season Concert Highlights
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
92Y's 17-18 season opens on October 5 with internationally renowned cellist Mischa Maisky joining the “amazing precision” (Huffington Post) of the notably conductorless Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, which returns to 92Y for the first time in 15 years, to celebrate the cellist's 70th birthday season. Together, they open 92Y's illustrious concert season with Schubert's beloved “Arpeggione” Sonata, arranged for cello and string orchestra by Dobrinka Tabakova, as well as Arensky's Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky, and Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings. Acclaimed for the sheer intensity and vigor of his performances, Maisky has the distinct honor of being the only cellist in the world to have studied under both Gregor Piatigorsky and Mlatislav Rostrapovich. The Orpheus Chamber Orchestra is renowned as one of the foremost chamber orchestras in the world, with more than 70 albums in its sprawling discography since its founding in 1972.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
92Y's 17-18 season opens on October 5 with internationally renowned cellist Mischa Maisky joining the “amazing precision” (Huffington Post) of the notably conductorless Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, which returns to 92Y for the first time in 15 years, to celebrate the cellist's 70th birthday season. Together, they open 92Y's illustrious concert season with Schubert's beloved “Arpeggione” Sonata, arranged for cello and string orchestra by Dobrinka Tabakova, as well as Arensky's Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky, and Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings. Acclaimed for the sheer intensity and vigor of his performances, Maisky has the distinct honor of being the only cellist in the world to have studied under both Gregor Piatigorsky and Mlatislav Rostrapovich. The Orpheus Chamber Orchestra is renowned as one of the foremost chamber orchestras in the world, with more than 70 albums in its sprawling discography since its founding in 1972.
Utah Symphony and Mormon Tabernacle Choir's New Recording Released 11/17
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Music Director Thierry Fischer and the Utah Symphony's recording of Mahler's Symphony No. 8, Symphony of a Thousand, with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and choristers of The Madeleine Choir School is released on Friday, November 17 on Reference Recordings. Pre-orders are currently available through Amazon.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Music Director Thierry Fischer and the Utah Symphony's recording of Mahler's Symphony No. 8, Symphony of a Thousand, with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and choristers of The Madeleine Choir School is released on Friday, November 17 on Reference Recordings. Pre-orders are currently available through Amazon.
Brooklyn Music School Announces New Advisory Board
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Brooklyn Music School (BMS), located at 126 Felix Street, Brooklyn, NY, announces a new Advisory Board, created to play a key role in helping BMS continually enrich its educational and artistic offerings, improve its pedagogical approach, increase visibility in the community, and refine strategies for growth.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Brooklyn Music School (BMS), located at 126 Felix Street, Brooklyn, NY, announces a new Advisory Board, created to play a key role in helping BMS continually enrich its educational and artistic offerings, improve its pedagogical approach, increase visibility in the community, and refine strategies for growth.
Chiara String Quartet Performs in Cooperstown 10/8
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
On Sunday October 8, 2017 at 4pm, the Chiara String Quartet (Rebecca Fischer and Hyeyung Julie Yoon, violins; Jonah Sirota, viola; Gregory Beaver, cello) will perform on the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival's Fall Concert at Christ Church Episcopal Church in Cooperstown, NY (46 River Street). The Chiara Quartet will perform Mendelssohn's String Quartet in A minor, Op. 13, Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 8 in C minor, Op. 110, and Britten's Three Divertimenti from memory and will be joined by flutist and festival artistic director Linda Chesis for Ginastera's Impresiones de la Puna.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
On Sunday October 8, 2017 at 4pm, the Chiara String Quartet (Rebecca Fischer and Hyeyung Julie Yoon, violins; Jonah Sirota, viola; Gregory Beaver, cello) will perform on the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival's Fall Concert at Christ Church Episcopal Church in Cooperstown, NY (46 River Street). The Chiara Quartet will perform Mendelssohn's String Quartet in A minor, Op. 13, Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 8 in C minor, Op. 110, and Britten's Three Divertimenti from memory and will be joined by flutist and festival artistic director Linda Chesis for Ginastera's Impresiones de la Puna.
BWW Review: New York Philharmonic Performs Mahler's 5TH SYMPHONY at Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center
by Peter Danish - October 03, 2017
From the first notes of Christopher Martin's clarion call trumpet intro, it was clear the audience was in for something quite special. In no time at all Maestro Van Zweden put his own definitive signature on the mammoth five-movement excursion from the deepest darkest recesses to the most reflective music ever written, and back to the sunlight light.
by Peter Danish - October 03, 2017
From the first notes of Christopher Martin's clarion call trumpet intro, it was clear the audience was in for something quite special. In no time at all Maestro Van Zweden put his own definitive signature on the mammoth five-movement excursion from the deepest darkest recesses to the most reflective music ever written, and back to the sunlight light.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives Grant from the Woman's Exchange
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
The Sarasota Orchestra received a $15,000 grant from the Woman's Exchange for the 2017 Young Person's Concerts.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
The Sarasota Orchestra received a $15,000 grant from the Woman's Exchange for the 2017 Young Person's Concerts.
Richmond County Orchestra's FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE to Feature World Premiere Compositions
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2017
The Richmond County Orchestra (RCO), under the direction of Maestro Alan Aurelia, presents: From Russia with Love, a celebration of music by Russian composers including Scherezade The Sea and Sindbads Ship, Firebird, Swan Lake, 1812 Overture, Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto by solo violnist Dan Auerbach and featuting the world premiere of 'Autumn in New York' composed by Alla Pavlova.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2017
The Richmond County Orchestra (RCO), under the direction of Maestro Alan Aurelia, presents: From Russia with Love, a celebration of music by Russian composers including Scherezade The Sea and Sindbads Ship, Firebird, Swan Lake, 1812 Overture, Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto by solo violnist Dan Auerbach and featuting the world premiere of 'Autumn in New York' composed by Alla Pavlova.
Cellist Amit Peled to Release Peabody Cello Gang Album 10/27
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2017
On Friday, October 27, 2017, CTM Classics releases The Amit Peled Peabody Cello Gang, an album of cello ensemble works produced by acclaimed Israeli cellist and sought-after pedagogue, Amit Peled, a professor at Baltimore's Peabody Institute. The recording features a world premiere arrangement of Schubert's Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821 for four cellos by Tom Zebovitz; Popper's Requiem, Op.66; and Handel's Sonata for Two Cellos in G Minor, Op.2 No.8. Peled performs on the 1733 Pablo Casals Goffriller cello.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2017
On Friday, October 27, 2017, CTM Classics releases The Amit Peled Peabody Cello Gang, an album of cello ensemble works produced by acclaimed Israeli cellist and sought-after pedagogue, Amit Peled, a professor at Baltimore's Peabody Institute. The recording features a world premiere arrangement of Schubert's Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821 for four cellos by Tom Zebovitz; Popper's Requiem, Op.66; and Handel's Sonata for Two Cellos in G Minor, Op.2 No.8. Peled performs on the 1733 Pablo Casals Goffriller cello.
MusicaNova Orchestra Opens Season with Mid-Century Masters
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
MusicaNova Orchestra (MNO) opens its 15th season performing in the Valley of the Sun with 'Mid-Century Masters,' featuring music from composers as well known for film scores as they are for symphonic and choral works. The concert is Sunday, October 29, 2017 from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at Central United Methodist Church, 1875 North Central Avenue, at Palm Lane in the Phoenix Central Arts District.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
MusicaNova Orchestra (MNO) opens its 15th season performing in the Valley of the Sun with 'Mid-Century Masters,' featuring music from composers as well known for film scores as they are for symphonic and choral works. The concert is Sunday, October 29, 2017 from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at Central United Methodist Church, 1875 North Central Avenue, at Palm Lane in the Phoenix Central Arts District.
York Symphony Orchestra Opens 2017-2018 Classical Series with PROST! A Toast to Oktoberfest
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
The York Symphony Orchestra will present Prost! A Toast to Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts in York. This is the second performance of the 2017-2018 season and the first in the classical series, World Tour: A Musical Voyage Around the Globe.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
The York Symphony Orchestra will present Prost! A Toast to Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts in York. This is the second performance of the 2017-2018 season and the first in the classical series, World Tour: A Musical Voyage Around the Globe.
American Modern Ensemble to Perform LINGUA FRANCA at National Sawdust
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
American Modern Ensemble will perform Lingua Franca, a program of recent and brand new music about mangled text, ICU sounds, rising, falling, and clashing cultures, at National Sawdust on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, at 7:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
American Modern Ensemble will perform Lingua Franca, a program of recent and brand new music about mangled text, ICU sounds, rising, falling, and clashing cultures, at National Sawdust on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, at 7:00 pm.
Review Roundup: Jaap van Zweden Leads Mahler and Glass at David Geffen Hall
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
On September 22 and 23 at David Geffen Hall, Jaap van Zweden, the Philharmonic's Music Director Designate, led the opening season performance for the New York Philharmonic. See what the critics had to say!
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
On September 22 and 23 at David Geffen Hall, Jaap van Zweden, the Philharmonic's Music Director Designate, led the opening season performance for the New York Philharmonic. See what the critics had to say!
Abraham Brody to Kick Off National Sawdust Residency This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2017
The (mostly) Vilnius, Lithuania-based multi-instrumentalist and composer Abraham Brody is artist-in-residence at Brooklyn's National Sawdust for the venue's third season in 2017-18.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2017
The (mostly) Vilnius, Lithuania-based multi-instrumentalist and composer Abraham Brody is artist-in-residence at Brooklyn's National Sawdust for the venue's third season in 2017-18.
Austin Symphony Orchestra Present HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE, Today
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2017
Bass Concert Hall announced today that the Austin Symphony Orchestra will perform Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in Concert on September, 23 2017 at 7:30 PM as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series. The concert will feature the live symphony orchestra performing, to picture, every note from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2017
Bass Concert Hall announced today that the Austin Symphony Orchestra will perform Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in Concert on September, 23 2017 at 7:30 PM as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series. The concert will feature the live symphony orchestra performing, to picture, every note from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
Chilling Arctic Symphony Meets Spiritual Shaman Concerto in New Centrediscs Release
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
Striking live recordings of two monumental orchestral works by Canadian composer Vincent Ho, commissioned by the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO), are brought together on a new release from Centrediscs, available October 13.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
Striking live recordings of two monumental orchestral works by Canadian composer Vincent Ho, commissioned by the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO), are brought together on a new release from Centrediscs, available October 13.
Pianist Deanna Witkowski Presents Trio Arrangements of 14 Hymns on 'Makes the Heart to Sing: Jazz Hymns'
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
Grace, serenity, and rhapsody are on abundant display throughout the 14 songs pianist Deanna Witkowski performs with her trio on 'Makes the Heart to Sing: Jazz Hymns,' set for release November 3 on Tilapia Records.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
Grace, serenity, and rhapsody are on abundant display throughout the 14 songs pianist Deanna Witkowski performs with her trio on 'Makes the Heart to Sing: Jazz Hymns,' set for release November 3 on Tilapia Records.
Screening of JACKIE With Live Score Leads National Sawdust's 2017 Fall Season
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
National Sawdust, the unparalleled artist-led incubator in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, announces its 2017 fall season opening program, which will span two evenings and celebrates two points of emphasis this season: achievements in female composition and outstanding multicultural artistry.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
National Sawdust, the unparalleled artist-led incubator in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, announces its 2017 fall season opening program, which will span two evenings and celebrates two points of emphasis this season: achievements in female composition and outstanding multicultural artistry.
National Philharmonic Kicks Off the 2017-2018 Season with Star-Studded Opening
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
The National Philharmonic's 2017-2018 season at The Music Center at Strathmore commences with star-studded performances by some of today's most famous classical musicians. The concert on Saturday, Oct. 14, at 8 p.m., will feature the famous former child prodigy Sarah Chang (violin) and Grammy winning Zuill Bailey (cello), conducted by Philharmonic Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski. On Sunday, Oct. 15, at 3 p.m., Chang will play alongside pianist Santiago Rodriguez, who will be making his return-debut to the Washington area. Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is conducting the Star-Spangled Banner on Saturday. An instrument petting zoo will take place in the lobby on Sunday from 2-2:30 p.m., allowing children a chance to experiment with instruments from different families (string, wood, brass, and percussion). In both concerts, musicians will play Beethoven's Egmont Overtureand Max Bruch's Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
The National Philharmonic's 2017-2018 season at The Music Center at Strathmore commences with star-studded performances by some of today's most famous classical musicians. The concert on Saturday, Oct. 14, at 8 p.m., will feature the famous former child prodigy Sarah Chang (violin) and Grammy winning Zuill Bailey (cello), conducted by Philharmonic Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski. On Sunday, Oct. 15, at 3 p.m., Chang will play alongside pianist Santiago Rodriguez, who will be making his return-debut to the Washington area. Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is conducting the Star-Spangled Banner on Saturday. An instrument petting zoo will take place in the lobby on Sunday from 2-2:30 p.m., allowing children a chance to experiment with instruments from different families (string, wood, brass, and percussion). In both concerts, musicians will play Beethoven's Egmont Overtureand Max Bruch's Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor.
Hannu Lintu Returns to the US to Conduct in Dallas, Detroit, St. Louis and Washington D.C. in 2017-18
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
Hannu Lintu's 2017-18 season comprises prestigious guest engagements and compelling concert programmes in North America, including the world premiere of Matthew Whittall's new piano concerto for Angela Hewitt and dates with the Dallas, Detroit, St. Louis and National Symphony Orchestras. Lintu seized on elements of drama and excitement to craft truly distinguished performances fueled by seemingly boundless reserves of vitality.' Zachary Lewis, Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 2015
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
Hannu Lintu's 2017-18 season comprises prestigious guest engagements and compelling concert programmes in North America, including the world premiere of Matthew Whittall's new piano concerto for Angela Hewitt and dates with the Dallas, Detroit, St. Louis and National Symphony Orchestras. Lintu seized on elements of drama and excitement to craft truly distinguished performances fueled by seemingly boundless reserves of vitality.' Zachary Lewis, Cleveland Plain Dealer, January 2015
Bala Devi Chandrashekar Comes to the Nimoy at Symphony Space
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Bharatanatyam exponent and scholar BALA DEVI CHANDRASHEKAR will perform her dramatic solo 'KARNA - DESTINY'S CHILD,' the riveting story of one of the most powerful warriors, Karna, from the great Indian epic Mahabharatha. In a several centuries old traditional Indian classical dance style, Bharatanatyam, with interspersed English narration, the artist tells the story of Karna, his life and its trials, tribulations, and his eventual downfall. One performance only, Saturday September 23, 7 PM, at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre, 2537 Broadway (at 95th Street).
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Bharatanatyam exponent and scholar BALA DEVI CHANDRASHEKAR will perform her dramatic solo 'KARNA - DESTINY'S CHILD,' the riveting story of one of the most powerful warriors, Karna, from the great Indian epic Mahabharatha. In a several centuries old traditional Indian classical dance style, Bharatanatyam, with interspersed English narration, the artist tells the story of Karna, his life and its trials, tribulations, and his eventual downfall. One performance only, Saturday September 23, 7 PM, at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre, 2537 Broadway (at 95th Street).
Abraham Brody to Kick Off National Sawdust Residency This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
The (mostly) Vilnius, Lithuania-based multi-instrumentalist and composer Abraham Brody is artist-in-residence at Brooklyn's National Sawdust for the venue's third season in 2017-18.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
The (mostly) Vilnius, Lithuania-based multi-instrumentalist and composer Abraham Brody is artist-in-residence at Brooklyn's National Sawdust for the venue's third season in 2017-18.
Metropolis Ensemble Announces 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Grammy-nominated Metropolis Ensemble looks forward to a prototypical season in 2017-18. This fall, Metropolis presents a five-concert piano mini-series at its loft (a former art gallery) in lower Manhattan in collaboration with long-time Metropolis associate, pianist David Kaplan. In December, the ensemble accompanies the film Bangsokol: A Requiem for Cambodia as part of BAM's Next Wave Festival. And early in 2018, Metropolis performs major new works by Timo Andres and Caroline Shaw (at the Met Museum) and William Brittelle (at Symphony Space). This formula of collaborative involvement from the earliest stages, when just the bare root of the ideas are being planted, to final culmination of the project (in collaboration with some of country's most prestigious presenters) has become a trademark of the organization.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Grammy-nominated Metropolis Ensemble looks forward to a prototypical season in 2017-18. This fall, Metropolis presents a five-concert piano mini-series at its loft (a former art gallery) in lower Manhattan in collaboration with long-time Metropolis associate, pianist David Kaplan. In December, the ensemble accompanies the film Bangsokol: A Requiem for Cambodia as part of BAM's Next Wave Festival. And early in 2018, Metropolis performs major new works by Timo Andres and Caroline Shaw (at the Met Museum) and William Brittelle (at Symphony Space). This formula of collaborative involvement from the earliest stages, when just the bare root of the ideas are being planted, to final culmination of the project (in collaboration with some of country's most prestigious presenters) has become a trademark of the organization.
Celtic Thunder Symphony Comes to Van Wezel This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Celtic Thunder Symphony return to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 8PM. Their dynamic live music experience and uplifting songs will be accentuated by a full symphony orchestra. The performance will include hit songs from their Legacy, Mythology, Voyage, The Show and It's Entertainment Shows along with songs from their chart-topping albums Christmas and Classic Christmas and their upcoming Celtic Thunder Inspirational album due this fall. Celtic Thunder's five male soloists, Damian McGinty, Ryan Kelly, Emmet Cahill, Neil Byrne and Michael O'Dwyer, will perform solo and ensemble numbers.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Celtic Thunder Symphony return to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 8PM. Their dynamic live music experience and uplifting songs will be accentuated by a full symphony orchestra. The performance will include hit songs from their Legacy, Mythology, Voyage, The Show and It's Entertainment Shows along with songs from their chart-topping albums Christmas and Classic Christmas and their upcoming Celtic Thunder Inspirational album due this fall. Celtic Thunder's five male soloists, Damian McGinty, Ryan Kelly, Emmet Cahill, Neil Byrne and Michael O'Dwyer, will perform solo and ensemble numbers.
Five Boroughs Music Festival presents Rolston String Quartet, 10/13
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Five Boroughs Music Festival (5BMF) presents the Rolston String Quartet winner of the 2016 Banff International String Quartet Competition and current Quartet-in-Residence at the Yale School of Music on Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 p.m. at South Oxford Space in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. The quartet performs Beethoven's String Quartet Op. 18, No. 3, Debussy's String Quartet No. 10, and Schumann's String Quartet Op. 41, No. 3.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2017
Five Boroughs Music Festival (5BMF) presents the Rolston String Quartet winner of the 2016 Banff International String Quartet Competition and current Quartet-in-Residence at the Yale School of Music on Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 p.m. at South Oxford Space in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. The quartet performs Beethoven's String Quartet Op. 18, No. 3, Debussy's String Quartet No. 10, and Schumann's String Quartet Op. 41, No. 3.
Pasadena Symphony Opens 2017-18 Classic Season with Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2017
Beauty, powerful rhythmic energy and breathless joy all describe the program that the Pasadena Symphony has planned to open its 89th Season with Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 4 and Prokofiev's 2nd Violin Concerto on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at Ambassador Auditorium with both matinee and evening performances at 2:00pm and 8:00pm. This not-to-be-missed season opener will also feature the world premiere of Ichabod! The Protest Is Over by James Lee III.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2017
Beauty, powerful rhythmic energy and breathless joy all describe the program that the Pasadena Symphony has planned to open its 89th Season with Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 4 and Prokofiev's 2nd Violin Concerto on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at Ambassador Auditorium with both matinee and evening performances at 2:00pm and 8:00pm. This not-to-be-missed season opener will also feature the world premiere of Ichabod! The Protest Is Over by James Lee III.
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